Failla
Failla Occidental Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir
Red wine
4.3
Expert Rating
4.4
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Failla Occidental Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir is a premium wine produced by Failla Wines, a renowned winery in California. The grapes for this wine are sourced from the Occidental Ridge Vineyard, located in the Sonoma Coast appellation. The vineyard is known for its cool climate, which allows for slow ripening of the grapes, resulting in a wine with complex flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves minimal intervention, with the grapes being fermented using native yeasts and aged in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is elegant and refined, with notes of dark cherry, raspberry, and spice, and a silky smooth texture. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a well-crafted Pinot Noir with a sense of place.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Failla Occidental Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir offers a complex and delicate nose of dark cherry, raspberry, mushroom, blackberry, and toasted oak.On the palate, the wine is characterized by a silky texture, medium-plus body, and juicy acidity. The flavors of red plum, dried herbs, and baking spices linger on the finish. A well-structured and balanced wine, this Pinot Noir is a great example of the terroir of California's Occidental Ridge Vineyard.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
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Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Failla
Region: Sonoma
Sonoma County is a renowned wine region located in the northern part of California, USA. It is known for producing high-quality wines from a variety of grapes, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zinfandel. The region is home to over 400 wineries and is a popular destination for wine tourism.CUSTOMER RATING
4.4
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